ELIEZER
Protected Area
Vadehavet
Why dive here
With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including seals & sea lions, sea turtles and jellyfish lake - ELIEZER offers some of North Sea Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-19°C, warmest July, August, September.
Eliezer isn't for everyone, but for those who love a bit of history and a shallow, intimate wreck, it's a real standout. We're talking 3 meters deep, max. So close to the surface, you feel the North Sea light filtering right through, even on a cloudy day. What makes it special? It’s a dangerous wreck, yes, but that classification hints at the drama. The Eliezer was a British trawler, bombed in 1940. It's now heavily broken up, scattered across the seabed, but that’s its charm. You’re not exploring an intact hull; you're piecing together a story from twisted metal and collapsed sections. We love finning slowly over the debris field. You’ll find flatfish camouflaged on the sand, and small crabs scuttling between rusty plates. Eels often peek from beneath the larger sections of wreckage. Our favourite part is the way the light plays on the kelp that’s taken root on the bigger pieces, swaying with the gentle surge. It’s an easy, relaxed dive, perfect for photographers wanting to capture that unique blend of history and nature, or for divers who appreciate the quiet beauty of a wreck reclaimed by the sea. Visibility can vary, as it always does on the North Sea coast, so pick a calm day with minimal swell for the best experience. It's a dive that encourages you to slow down and observe.
Typical ELIEZER Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 13°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ELIEZER
ELIEZER Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ELIEZER, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (55.31, 9.86) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
56°F · Range: 10.7–16.8°C
Air Temperature
11°C
52°F
Wind Speed
7.69 m/s
14.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.5 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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